Engineering Designer
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Engineering
Posted on April 18, 2024
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Assistant Facilities Program Coordinator (SL-3)
Salary: $60,000 - $75,000
The Engineer / Designer position is a salaried, professional position that works with architects, engineers, designers, project coordinators and campus customers, on the design and construction of campus projects. This position focuses on the campus impacts, needs, project budgets and schedules. This successful candidate works closely with other design professionals to provide the best possible design, within budget, while anticipating potential problems, minimizing the negative impacts of construction on campus operation.
This Engineer / Designer would be expected to work with licensed design professionals in a team environment to identify a scope of work, prepare design concepts with construction cost estimates and complete the design with final construction documents (i.e. drawings and specifications). Review projects with a licensed professional for compliance with NYS Building Codes. Represent Facilities Management when meeting with clients / customers and other members of the design team to identify a scope of work. Manage projects throughout design and construction. Periodically review construction progress. Answer requests for information from the contractors during construction. Attend job meetings; review and produce design documents and written specifications; produce and confirm accuracy of minutes for project meetings
Based on experience, design work may include one of the following:
- Electrical systems (i.e. Power, Lighting, and Special Systems)
- HVAC systems (i.e. ductwork, piping, equipment, etc.)
- Plumbing systems (i.e. domestic water, storm / sanitary, lab gases, etc.)
- Fire Suppression systems
Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, Architecture or related field.
- Two (2) years of experience in consulting engineering (i.e. Electrical or HVAC design) and project management.
- Revit software proficiency in your discipline.
- Building renovation / construction design and specification writing experience.
- Passed the NYS F.E. Exam (strongly preferred).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Experience with construction project management, construction cost estimating, and scheduling software.
- Working knowledge of New York State Building Codes, and design standards (i.e. National Electrical Code, NFPA, ASHRAE standards).
- Working toward obtaining a NYS Professional Engineering license.
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov
Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/
Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."
Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.
For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=174753
Deadline for Internal Applicants: May 1, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
